poly a arm bushings??

[parts eeter]

I am thinking of using the bushings instead of the high priced needles in the arms.If I did choose to go with bushings I would consistently remove a arms and clean regrease them.Is this a good option for a rec rider?? My thoughts are a greased bushing would be better than a stuck needle bearing?!But I am not an expert on these and u guys havent steered me wrong yet.So I humbly await your replies.So far I have been provided exc info on 450r front shocks,02 450 timing chain,no base gasket use,and xr 400 gasket for the top.Thanks all!!!

[F-16Guy]

I've never used arms with bushings, so I don't know how long they last under normal use, but I have about five years on the stock arms on my 400ex and the bearings are still tight. I imagine the stock stuff will last quite a bit longer. I'm sure the bushings will last a long time, too, as long as you keep them greased. If you're going that route, check out the bushings and bushing kits at www.quadpartsguy.com. I think it's the store for American Star Manufacturing. Their bushings look pretty good, and they're only $2 a piece, or cheaper if you buy a kit. I would buy their stuff through their eBay store, it will save you a couple more bucks.

[parts eeter]

I dont see the 400 ex bushings anywhere???

[F-16Guy]

I don't even know if you can convert the stock arms to bushings. You would have to measure the bearing housings and call to see if they have something that would fit.

[diryhead]

Poly bushings at www.superdaves.com. Never tried these, just found them by chance.

[deathman53]

I had bushing on my trx250r and they squeeked alot, no amount of grease, anti-seize, wd-40, marine grade grease, lithuim grease, stopped it.